1974 BMW Touring vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 620 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1975 Ford Torino | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Torino |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |